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Portugal: Porto, the Douro Valley & Lisbon Hiking

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8 Days

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An expert private guide, supported by local specialists
Wine tastings
All activities as noted in the itinerary
Private transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
All breakfasts (from Day 2 to Day 7); all lunches; 6 dinners including a farewell Fado dinner
Local wine and beer with dinners
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This local arts project was created to preserve the traditional textile production method known as Burel, a type of felt worn by the region's shepherds.<br \/><br \/>After the visit, we'll return to Penhas Douradas for dinner and a final night in our scenic mountain hideaway.<\/p>","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"Accommodation: Penhas Douradas, Serra da Estrela Natural Park","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":5,"DayTo":5,"Headline":"Bussaco National Forest","ActivityOverview":"Hiking","EstimatedLength":"3-4 hours, 3.5 miles","ActivityLevel":"Easy to moderate; approximately 700' ascent and descent","ItinBlock":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2022-10-31T13:45:55 --><p>After breakfast this morning, we'll bid Penhas Douradas farewell and depart for a two-hour transfer (58 miles) west. 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Our stops today will include Casal Novo and Talasnal, where we'll learn about the preservation efforts being made to restore local cottages using traditional building techniques.<br \/><br \/>This afternoon, we'll head to the University of Coimbra and its UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the 16th-century St. Michael's Chapel with its transporting ceiling painted by Francisco F. de Araujo, baroque organ, and intricately tiled floors. 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This medieval castle has been occupied by the Romans, Lusitanos and Visigoths over the millennia, but its most important fortifications occurred during the 8th century, when it was settled by the Moors. This morning, we'll stretch our legs along the citadel, which flourishes today as a kind of literary village. Along the way, we'll visit one of Obidos' most emblematic sites: the Santiago Bookshop, housed in a 13th-century temple.<br \/><br \/>Early this afternoon, we'll prepare for our scenic coastal hike from the Porto Novo beach to Santa Cruz, a favorite local surf spot. Vast skies, turquoise seas, and dramatic rock structures characterize this route, which takes in some of Portugal's most picturesque beach scenery.<br \/><br \/>By mid-afternoon, we'll depart for the capital city of Lisbon, where a special treat awaits us at one of the city's exquisite Fado restaurants. The mournful guitar tradition of Fado is central to Portuguese culture and our farewell dinner will include a haunting performance by one of Lisbon's celebrated musical artists. Tonight, we'll raise our glass to Portugal and the memories we've made in this diverse and romantic land.<\/p>","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"Accommodations: Hotel Avenida Palace, Lisbon","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":8,"DayTo":8,"Headline":"Departure or Optional Extension","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2024-05-28T08:37:04 --><p>Today after breakfast, you are free to arrange transportation to the airport or other destinations in Portugal. For those who prefer to extend their journey, an optional post-tour day of on-foot exploration is available in Lisbon, as well as an 8-day trip extension to the Azores (at additional cost).<br \/><br \/>The Lisbon city tour will focus on the city's dynamic Alfama, Mouraria and up-and-coming Chiado neighborhoods, delving into Lisbon's history and its golden age during the 15th and 16th centuries. <br \/><br \/>The Azores Island Extension begins the day after the May and September <em>Portugal: Porto, the Douro Valley &amp; Lisbon Hiking<\/em> tours conclude, on the island of Sao Miguel. <br \/><br \/><em>For more details, or to reserve these post-tour arrangements, please contact Boundless Journeys at 1-800-941-8010.<\/em><\/p>","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":0,"Dinner":0,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false}],"itinpdf":[{"ItinYear":"","docType":"2","FileName":""},{"ItinYear":"","docType":"1","FileName":""}],"whattoexpect":[{"DisplaySequence":1,"CategoryHeader":"Physical Activity","CategoryBody":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2019-07-22T14:17:10 --><p>Boundless Journeys' trips are designed for energetic and flexible individuals who like to be active and have a spirit of adventure and a positive attitude<em>. Portugal: Porto, the Douro Valley &amp; Lisbon Hiking<\/em> is rated 2+, easy to moderate, on a scale of 1-5 (with 5 being the most strenuous). Portugal's fertile landscapes, rolling hills, and coastal paths offer elevations ranging from sea level to 5,000 feet. Our walks and hikes range from 1 to 5 hours (3 to 7 miles), on good trails and paved city streets. Elevation changes range from negligible amounts on our city walks, to an approximate 1000' ascent and 1500' descent on our most challenging days.<\/p>"},{"DisplaySequence":2,"CategoryHeader":"Meeting Point","CategoryBody":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2019-07-22T14:17:03 --><p>Porto, Portugal 8:30 a.m.<\/p>"},{"DisplaySequence":3,"CategoryHeader":"Departure Point","CategoryBody":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2017-09-26T13:13:24 --><p>Lisbon, Portugal, at your leisure.<\/p>"},{"DisplaySequence":4,"CategoryHeader":"Traveling To and From","CategoryBody":"<p><strong><em>Most Convenient Airport for Arrival:<\/em> <\/strong><br>Porto Airport, Porto, Portugal (airport code OPO)<br><strong><em>Most Convenient Airport for Departure:<\/em><\/strong><br>Lisbon Portela Airport, Lisbon, Portugal (airport code LIS)<br><strong><em>Meeting Time and Place:<\/em> <\/strong><br>8:30 a.m. on Day 1 in the lobby of the Neya Hotel, Porto, Portugal.<\/p>"},{"DisplaySequence":6,"CategoryHeader":"Weather","CategoryBody":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2017-09-26T13:15:06 --><p>Portugal has a warm, temperate climate with weather similar to that of Spain's coastal towns. Summers are hot, though refreshing sea breezes can help to mitigate the temperature. Winters are short and mild, with lots of rain and freezing temperatures at higher elevations. The weather in late spring and early fall is usually very pleasant, with daytime temperatures that range from low 60s to upper 70s, and slightly cooler at night. While these months are not in Portugal's &quot;rainy season&quot; there can be cool breezes or showers at any time. Please come prepared to walk in rain or shine. We will do daily activities as planned, unless weather conditions make it dangerous to do so.<\/p>"},{"DisplaySequence":7,"CategoryHeader":"When to Go","CategoryBody":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2018-07-24T10:14:20 --><p>Portugal has a pleasant, sunny climate during the spring and fall, which avoids both the hot summer months and peak tourist season. Wildflowers are in bloom during the spring season, which also sees its fair share of lively local festivals. Mountainous areas can be cool year-round, especially in the evening.<\/p>"},{"DisplaySequence":8,"CategoryHeader":"Cuisine","CategoryBody":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2018-07-24T10:15:10 --><p>Portuguese cuisine is all about simple, delicious cooking and fresh ingredients, themes that are present across all geographic regions of the country. The Portuguese are very proud of their gastronomic traditions, which in recent decades, have seen renewed acclaim thanks to the country's talented young chefs, who have returned home to live and work at top hotels and restaurants.<\/p><p>In general, Portugal's expansive, fertile countryside and sweeping coastline mean that grilled seafood, smoked meats, sun-ripened fruit, and other fresh produce are commonplace. Portugal consumes more rice (arroz) than any other European nation, and its lesser-known savory dishes fall somewhere between a Spanish paella and Italian risotto. Fish is a staple, and you're likely to find everything from cod and cuttlefish to tuna and grilled sea bass \u2014 prepared simply with lemon, garlic, and the country's famed olive oil \u2014 on most menus.<\/p><p>You'll also see plenty of stews and soups, including alcatra, a traditional beef stew with warm spices; and caldo verde, a vegetable soup made with spicy chouri\u00e7o sausage. Cheese aficionados will find much to satisfy, including amerlo da Beira Baixa, a mixed goat and sheep's milk cheese, and Serra de Estrela, made from sheep raised at mountainous altitudes. For dessert, traditional favorites such as egg tarts (pastel de nata) and Madeira honey cake (Bolo de mel da Madeira) can be found at most pastry shops. <\/p><p>Finally, Portugal's centuries-old wine culture is pervasive across all facets of its gastronomy, from the velvety ports of the Duoro Valley to the slightly effervescent vinho verde of the north and Pico Island's rare, World Heritage vineyards in the Azores. 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